Sonny's First, First Cousin Arrives!

Sonny's Uncle Kofi & Aunt Hillary have welcomed Jacob into their world, and ours. Congratulations you three - and welcome to the club... a club identified by sleep deprivation and unconditional love.

so tiny!

Sonny's looking forward to getting into trouble with Jacob!

All else is well here. Walter recently returned home from an extended stay at Grandma Chris' house - we congratulate him on a job well done.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Birthday Grandma Chris + First Haircut!

Double entry - no way around it. The haircut pictures are in high demand.

First, happy birthday Grandma Chris! And thanks for spending time with Sonny each week - he loves it!

We spent some time over the most recent weekend further Sonny-proofing a few areas of our home. It gives him more room to walk around (that's right, he's walking) and yell incoherently.

He also got his first haircut on Superbowl Sunday, although not a super-bowl-cut (ouch, lousy joke). It was done in the living room by Daddy, using TV and food as the primary distraction.

All went well, only the back came out a little choppy. We'll be sure to get it cleaned up before his first job interview.

And, finally, a shout-out to Walter who has been helping Grandma Chris celebrate her birthday for the last week or so - such a party animal. Woof, woof!

Happy Birthday Grandmom Barbara!

What a setting - Point Pleasant, NJ - a house on the beach. Sure, it's cold outside but that didn't take anything away from the views, the food, or the company. Grandmom Barbara turned 70 last week, and celebrated with her children, their spouses, and Sonny!

When we returned home, there was rock. And Sonny was a thrilled by the electrified guitar as daddy (almost). He then gave the dog a bone.

Woof!

Christmas Time, Christmas Time (and New Years!)

Technically, last year was Sonny's first Christmas, however I don't believe he remembers it. So, one could make a case that this was Sonny's first Christmas. Either way, he seemed to enjoy himself despite constantly fighting a cold.

It started out at home, with the Donnellys on Christmas Eve and of course Christmas morning. Sonny was delighted most of the time.

We then went to Grandma Chris' house for Christmas dinner, where we were joined by many. Sonny was again delighted - the celebration that never ceases! It was Sonny's first experience with potatoes au gratin - perhaps a little rich for his little tummy - a restless sleep was to come.

After an evening to ourselves, we were joined by Grampa Bill & Grandma Joni, who Sonny doesn't get to see nearly enough of. He was delighted once again. These people know grandkids, and their dogs do too!

And finally, New Years Eve, spent quietly at home with Mom & Dad. Champagne and warm formula flowed, all were asleep by 11pm, and Sonny slept soundly. Sonny was delighted of course.

Happy 2009 everyone!

One? One?! ONE!

Well, Sonny's now a one year-old! But first, some pictures from Thanksgiving & Aunt Kate's birthday... hosted by Grandma Chris!

Sonny & Mom working together

Peter carves it up

Sonny, Mom, and Lee G. break bread

Happy Birthday Aunt Kate!

Losing steam after dinner

Ladies' man

We started Sonny's birthday with some much-needed tickles in our pajamas. There's not much a laughing baby can't cure. We were joined by the rest of the family later that day for appetizers, cupcakes, and some drinks. Sonny wanted me to extend a thanks to everyone who was there, and those who couldn't be there.

Ha!

birthday boy after the birthday bath

dressed to kill

"thanks for coming, ma'am"

a career as a cobbler? you've got to be kidding me.

so many birthday kisses

Sonny with his first, first cousin (see tummy below Sonny!)

just shy of thirty inches!

Daddy, so tired

more birthday kisses from mama-bear

yes, he does... yes, he does.

Woo hoo! Sonny's first rocking horse, er ah, rex.

Compliments of Grandpop Bob's power tools and paint brushes.

Once again, thanks so much to everyone for their generosity on Sonny's birthday. It's been an amazing first year for an amazing young boy. We want to thank everyone again for all their help, love, and support during the best & worst of times.